Preparing for Ceremony

Marking life’s passages with ceremony is a powerful way to deepen our presence during our most important moments. Without our full, relaxed presence, these pivotal events can be stressful or even difficult. Preparing for ceremony is an important step in being psychologically ready for a satisfying, meaningful experience. Lisa’s top suggestions for getting the most out of your event are:

Two full minutes of deep breathing for key participants before the ceremony begins.

Writing down personal intentions for the ceremony in the week leading up to the event.

Addressing any fears about the ceremony with a close friend or counsellor

Pre-Wedding Coaching/Mentorship

It can be easy to get swept away in the world of weddings and important to stay connected to what holds meaning for you. Remember why you are choosing this step and the authenticity you want to bring to it.

Pre-wedding coaching will help you create a strong marriage commitment that feels clear and confident, and supports lasting and evolving love. Lisa will help you set some paths of resolution to guide you through common challenges of marriage. This can include clarifying expectations; addressing fears about marriage, aligning positions about money, children, family and community; how to avoid lingering resentment during conflict; skills for resolving conflict; how to enjoy and appreciate each other in your shared life; how to cultivate wholeness and sharing in healthy ways.

Testimonials

“Lisa brings a deep understanding of symbol, ritual and meaning into her work with couples. She immediately understood that this was a spiritual and communal event in our lives, and worked with us to create a ceremony that reflected our lives and values.”